Celebrating the Life of Wyoming Statesman Alan K. Simpson

If you have integrity, nothing else matters. If you don’t have integrity, nothing else matters.” - Former Wyoming U.S. Senator Alan Simpson, 1931-2025

At 6 '7, U.S. Senator Simpson cast a tall shadow. As Wyomingites share stories, and celebrate his extraordinary life of service, we recognize his exceptional values, capability, loyalty, faith, common sense and commitment. Along with his wife Ann and his amazing family, Senator Simpson found innumerable ways to make this world a better place. 

The Senator’s talent for bringing humility through humor to himself and others rarely wavered. Remembrances recounted during each of the celebration of life services held in his honor have depicted Senator Simpson’s special ability to bring candor, wit, and capability to crucial (tense) crossroad situations. 

Governor Gordon, when remembering Senator Simpson during Saturday’s memorial service at the University of Wyoming, said, “I am overwhelmed to be here honoring a man I admired, sometimes argued with, and always venerated. I miss him so much as so many of us do. I miss his mentoring calls, his advice, and especially his humor. He had a tremendous way of making you see the humor in any situation and then relate a story from his experience.”

“Along the way, Al showed his ability to lead others to thoughtful and constructive solutions even after he was out of office. Take the National Commission of Fiscal Responsibility and Reform for example. The recommendations were sensible, fair, and would have made a difference if Congress had acted on them” said Governor Gordon, “And he did it with humor — remember the Gangnam style video?” 

ICYMI: Former Senator Alan Simpson (R-WY) Memorial Service

Wyoming Wednesday: Cowboy State Constituents Visit with Congressional Delegation, Governor Gordon

Governor Mark Gordon joined Wyoming citizens and members of our congressional delegation Wyoming Wednesdays in our nation’s capital. Wyoming Wednesday in Washington D.C. is an opportunity for citizens from the Cowboy state to enjoy light refreshments, and meet informally with our congressional delegation and their staff. 

Above: Senators Barrasso and Lummis with Governor Gordon and Representative Hageman. 

Learn about recent legislation passed recognizing Wyoming Wednesday here at home.

Governor Gordon Announces Wyoming Stable Token Advances at DC Blockchain Summit During Fireside with STC ED Anthony Apollo

Wyoming Stable Token Enters Critical Testing Phase

Washington, DC - Wyoming Stable Token Commission Executive Director Anthony Apollo moderated an insightful fireside chat with Governor & Commission Chairman Mark Gordon at the DC Blockchain Summit hosted by The Digital Chamber. The discussion highlighted Wyoming's pioneering role in digital asset innovation and marked a significant milestone. Director Apollo announced the Wyoming Stable Token (WYST) entered its testing phase across several blockchain networks, a key step towards launching the first fiat-backed and fully-reserved stable token issued by a public entity in the United States. Read the full story.

Wyoming Stable Token Alpha Program Now Open for Registration

Cheyenne, WY - The Wyoming Stable Token Commission is pleased to announce that registration for its alpha testing program is now open for Wyoming residents and registered business entities. This program is an exciting opportunity for interested parties to engage with the Wyoming Stable Token (WYST) in its early stages, providing valuable feedback and insights that will help shape the future of this innovative digital asset. Get more info here.

Important Reminder: Wyoming Stable Tokens are not available for purchase at this time. Any website or platform claiming to sell WST, WYST, or similarly-named tokens is a scam. Do not attempt to purchase tokens from unauthorized sources. The Commission will announce official channels for any future token distribution at https://stabletoken.wyo.gov and verified communication channels.

Governor Gordon Provides Strong Support for Nesvik Nomination as USFWS Chief

WASHINGTON, DC – Governor Mark Gordon enthusiastically endorsed Brian Nesvik, former director of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, to serve as Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service during a confirmation hearing in Washington D.C. Wednesday. During his introduction before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW), Governor Gordon called Nesvik a strong leader whose on-the-ground experience and ability to build bipartisan relationships results in sound, durable policymaking. “Brian's real-world and on-the-ground experience managing Wyoming's 800 species of fish and wildlife made him an outstanding Director of our Game and Fish and will be a tremendous asset to the Trump Administration and our country,” Governor Gordon said.  The Governor’s written testimony may be found here.

Governor Gordon visits with Shoshone District ferrets during State Parks Conference

Governor Gordon and members of Wyoming State Parks staff got to spend some time with the Shoshone District's ferrets during the Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources Conference banquet in Lander. The ferrets offer a unique a unique educational opportunity for visitors to learn about their cousins, the black-footed ferret's journey from the brink of extinction to recovery. 

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